If the problem or code that caused your Lexus IS250’s check engine light to come on is resolved, it will typically turn off by itself. For instance, if a loose gas cap was the reason your check engine light came on, the light will automatically switch off once the gas cap is tightened.
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What does Lexus’s oil maintenance requirement mean?
When the Lexus Maintenance Required light on your dashboard illuminates, it indicates that your car needs an oil change, a tire rotation, or other type of standard maintenance. Depending on your Lexus model, this typically happens every 3,500 to 5,000 kilometers. Visit Rallye Lexus to learn more about Lexus maintenance!
How can the oil life on a Lexus be checked?
How to Check Your Car’s Oil Level
- Put your car in park on a flat surface, and make sure the engine is off (you’ll want to give the engine some time to cool).
- Next, look for the dipstick in the hood of your car.
- Take the dipstick out.
- Completely reinstall the dipstick after this procedure.
My maintenance is required light turned on why?
The maintenance required light serves as a reminder to drivers that their vehicle requires maintenance. Since automakers typically advise routine maintenance after 5,000 miles, it activates at those intervals. Every 5,000 miles, there is an oil change, filter replacement, and inspection.
What is the schedule for Lexus maintenance?
The general rule of thumb is that you should bring your Lexus in for service every 7,500 miles or at least once a year, whichever comes first. However, the service frequency for your particular Lexus car may vary.